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A “360” approach for finding the right school for your child
Wendy Zacuto, MA, is a professional educator with over 30 years of experience in home, public, private, magnet, independent, religious, and charter schools. Wendy is doctoral student in Education in the area of Curriculum and Instruction and an expert in education and child development. She will create a personal plan to find the perfect school for your child and to fit your family’s needs. Contact her at wzacuto@hotmail.com to begin the process of finding the “Best School for You!”
Today in History
* American Heart Month
* An Affair to Remember Month
* Black History Month
* Canned Food Month
* Creative Romance Month
* Great American Pie Month
* National Cherry Month
* National Children’s Dental Health Month
* National Grapefruit Month
* National Weddings Month
National Freedom Day
Fly Fishing Classes in Reseda: A Perfect Family Event
From March 12th-April 9th
SPFF’s Introduction to Fly Fishing Classes start on March 12th at the One Generation Center in Reseda. The four classes cover all aspects of the sport from casting to knot tying. It is a perfect family activity and includes an outing to the LA River and Bishop, CA. SPFF provides rods and reels and the course is taught by certified instructors. Lessons are held in the classroom and on the lake. Fee is $40 for adults, under 18 is free.
Rootementary Salon (ColorHq) in Westlake Village
Revolutionary new salon concept offers top quality hair color touch-ups at affordable prices. The first of its kind in Southern California, Rootementary is a unique and modern, fast-service hair-coloring salon dedicated to providing top quality color services. Services include one-hour Root touch up, full color coverage, partial and full highlights and an elementary blow-dry can be added to any service. Root Refresh and blow-dry $60, must pre schedule an appointment, Valid Now-February 20th. Limit one per client. Use code Life500 with scheduling (regular value $75). Call 805-557-7668 to schedule your appointment!
2900 Townsgate Road, Suite 100 in Westlake Village, 91361
No Time to Shop or Cook? Let Hava’s Kitchen do it for you
Hava’s Kitchen provides the best of Italian and Mediterranean home cuisine, prepared with care and delivered fresh to your doorstep. Their food is made with high quality organic, local and seasonal ingredients, free range chicken and grass fed beef, and cooked to order. Make your selection from their weekly online menu. Try it for one week for as little as $80. See the introductory offer at www.havaskitchen.com. 5 Star reviews at http://www.yelp.com/biz/havas-kitchen-santa-monica.
Top 2016 Flower Trends for Weddings
1. Combinations of metallic, sparkle & sheen are big right now. Think lustrous, luxe alloys like silvers, golds, platinum, copper, bronze and even rose gold. Mix and match with ivory and off-white to make the alloys pop.
2. Natural is in. Like natural as if you picked your bouquet out of the highway median on your way over to the wedding, kind of natural. Garden flowers and wild flowers paired with drapery foliage and rich textures in loose gatherings.
3. Rich blushes and various hues of pink, contrasted with crimson and plums are hot this season.
4. Sorbets are in. A color palette with coral, spring green, lemon-yellow, powdered blue and soft orange are popular.
For the best wedding/catering services, visit http://www.anoush.com/catering.
Harlem Globetrotters 90th Anniversary World Tour
* Anaheim at Honda Center-Sat., Feb. 13th at 1pm and 7pm and Sunday, Feb. 14th at 2pm
* Mission Viejo at the Saddleback College Gym-Tues., Feb. 16th at 7pm and Monday, Feb. 22nd at 7pm
* Santa Barbara at the UCSB Events Center-Wed., Feb. 17th at 7pm
* Ontario at Citizens Business Bank Arena-Sat., Feb. 20th at 2pm and 7pm
* LA at the Staples Center-Sun., Feb. 21st at 12:30pm and 5:45pm
Celebrating 90 years of providing smiles & sportsmanship, the world famous Harlem Globetrotters will bring their unrivaled family show to LA. Their one-of-a-kind show is filled with incredible ball handling, hilarious comedy and loads of fan interaction, including a post-game autograph signing.
Looking for an AMAZING summer day camp experience?
Consider Sierra Canyon, located on 17 picturesque acres. Summer fun surrounded by majestic shade trees and grassy fields. Indoor camp activities are enjoyed in spacious air-conditioned facilities. Call 818-882-8121 or visit www.sierracanyondaycamp.com to schedule a tour. Online registration starts today, February 1st for the best rates – starting at $75 per day! My kids have been going to Sierra Canyon for the past 7 years and absolutely LOVE it! I highly recommend.
A Taste of Kindergarten – Ilan Ramon Day School
Tuesday, February 2nd from 4:30-6pm
Come see how your child can grow at Ilan Ramon Day School! Join them for a Tu’B’shvat celebration and experience the wonders of our Kindergarten program. Parents will have the opportunity to meet with administrators and Kindergarten teachers, while children enjoy planting, crafts, music, and more! RSVP to Sbrantley@ilanramon.com and more information, visit www.illanramondayschool.com or http://www.ilanramondayschool.com/taste-of-kindergarten.
Befriending Your Backbends with Carmen Fitzgibbon at Goorus Yoga
Saturday, February 27th from 2-4:30pm
Learn to move deeper into your backbend practice with agility and strength, creating a profound sense of freedom in your body. Appropriate for students with the desire to deepen their back bending practice. Minimum of 1 year of asana practice is required as well as the ability to work with Urdhva Dhanurasana (upward bow or wheel pose). A Certified Introductory 2 Iyengar Yoga Teacher, Carmen Fitzgibbon has been teaching yoga in LA since 2003.
Heart Opening Partner Yoga workshop for Valentine’s day weekend at Yogaworks
Saturday February 13th from 2-4pm
Defy Gravity, explore balance, and open your heart to deeper connections. Come solo or bring a partner!
In this workshop you’ll explore the endless possibilities of acrobatic partner yoga. No fitness or flexibility required, all levels welcome! $35 for single/$40 at the door https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/ $60 per couple/$80 at the door https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr Does your School/Group Plan an Outdoor Movie? Outdoor Movies by You has what you need!
For Public groups only:
School Zone Extra – Less than 100 guests-14 foot Screen 2 Hrs.
$199 – Mon.-Thurs. and $299 – Fri. & Sat.
Or
School Zone Actor – 100+ guests-18 foot Screen 2 Hrs.
$399 – Mon.-Thurs. and $499 – Fri. & Sat .
All packages include the Movie Screen & AV Equipment, Set-up & Tear-Down. FREE Popcorn up to 50 (includes bags). Pizza, water, candy, popcorn for $6 per person (optional). They will help with customizing. Insurance received by request. Email Events@ombyevents.com or call 805 217-1763.
Turns out childhood chores are a predictor of success
The sooner kids start, the better. Benefits include work ethic, teamwork, respect and care for others, responsibility, and ordering time.
Kids Eat Dinner Free at Jeannine’s Gourmet Food Hall in Westlake Village for the month of February
Dinner is Tuesday-Saturday from 4-9pm. Adults must purchase one dinner entrée and kids 12 and under dine FREE.
www.jeannineswestlakevillage.com Kimchi Workshop
Saturday, February 20th from 1-4pm
What are the secrets behind the umami packed flavor of Korea’s national food, kimchi? Join us for a special workshop to find out! Participate in a hands-on workshop to make your own jar of kimchi, as we recreate the annual custom of “kimjang” in the Museum’s Edible Garden. Instructor Hae Jung Cho will share her personal recipe for Poggi Kimchi made from whole napa cabbage. Discover the Korean cookery of kimchee. Members are $20 and Non-Members are $23. Hope to see you there!
Do “family meals” really make a difference?
A brief of family mealtime research and implications from Cornell Univ. College of Human Ecology. Know that with having meals as a family, your child may be 35% less likely to engage in disordered eating, 24% more likely to eat healthier foods and 12% less likely to be overweight.
Eating better from nutritional and psychological perspectives.
 Free Intro Guitar Lesson There are a lot of companies doing an awesome job providing guitar lessons to folks in and around Sherman Oaks. But if you are the type of person who may want more than paint by number curriculum, cookie cutter lesson plans may not be for you. Before you invest your time and money, check out www.rickarmand.com. See what Rick has to offer. Compare and then decide for yourself what works best for you. Free intro lesson for Jen’s List members… Ages 13 and up.
(818) 631-1706 Young-child friendly entertainment with A Faery Hunt Enchantment
Sunday, February 21st at 10:30am
Join this interactive performance filled with beautiful fairies, music, laughs and fun. As the audience makes their way through the forest, they actually become part of the story. You’ll meet faeries and funny creatures, maybe even Faery Royalty! A perfect show for the young and the young at heart! $12.50 a ticket per person. Many children come in costume. Wings, garlands, wands and wizard hats available there for $5-$10. Groups and birthdays are welcome. Call 818-324-6802 to reserve your spot.
February Annual Sales
Valentine candy marked down drastically after the 14th. Most dramatic sale on specially designed Valentine’s Day boxes and candies.
MAJOR SALES EVENT: Watch for various Presidents Day sales; electronics are often discounted along with other major purchases.
TYPICAL ANNUAL SALES: As well as store sales, look for close-outs from big catalogue companies such as L.L.Bean and Land’s End.
MAJOR PURCHASES TYPICALLY ON SALE: Air conditioners, audiovisual equipment, computers, exercise equipment, furniture, mattresses, used cars. Look for sales around President’s Day.
BEWARE: Jewelry stores often promote big sales around Valentine’s Day, but the savings are often not much more than the regular price. Don’t be fooled.
FRUITS AND VEGETABLES: avocados, broccoli, cabbage, celery, endive, grapefruit, oranges, rutabagas. NOTE: With some produce now available all during the year, many people have forgotten when fruits and vegetables are really fresh. Buying in season means that these items are often cheaper, fresher, taste better and that money may be going to local farmers.
Casting
Celebrity Name Game
FremantleMedia, the producers of American Idol and The Price Is Right, are now casting exciting teams for season 3 of their hit show Celebrity Name Game. Created by Courtney Cox and David Arquette, Celebrity Name Game brings teams of two contestants and a celebrity together to identify THE NAMES OF famous people, places and things. Contestants have a chance not only to play along with today’s biggest stars, but also to WIN $20,000! Apply at http://casting.celebnamegame.com/.
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Do you want to reunite with “the one that got away” or reconnect with an ex?
Do you have a romantic interest who you let slip through your fingers? Who you always wanted to be with but never did anything about it? Do you want to reconnect with an ex? Have you been broken up for a while, but wish you could get back together? Do you think he might be “the one?” Do you stalk him on social media, but haven’t had the nerve to reach out? Do you want help to reunite? If so, tell your story and why you want to reconnect. Email TheRealProducers@gmail.com.
Is your son is today’s “21st century man”?
A 1-hr conversation on modern masculinity moderated by Maria Shriver with panel: Josh Levs, Tony Porter, Jackson Katz, Jennifer Siebel Newsom and Jerry Tello.
The Shriver Report Snapshot: An Insight Into the 21st Century Man, a groundbreaking new survey that analyzes today’s American man and reveals stereotype-cracking discoveries.
Next Day Home Theater & TV Installation Setup Starting at $139
They deal security cameras and home theater installation for all types of audio video with Projectors & Wall TV Installation in Los Angeles and Orange County. Audio Video King is L.A.’s premier source for AFFORDABLE audio/video and home theater installation services. Their elite team of install professionals can Mount your TV, install speakers, set up your home theater, install CCTV security cameras, or run whole-house wireless internet next day. They are fully licensed, bonded, and insured.
Fitwall in LA
Fitwall is a revolutionary training system, used for the development & improvement of physical fitness. Fitwall, the product & the workout, is designed to fulfill an individual’s broader fitness needs which includes developing not only cardiovascular health, but also the rest of the physical attributes necessary to achieve complete fitness: strength, flexibility, coordination, speed, agility. It’s only 40 minutes, using your own bodyweight, interval training format, in a small group setting led by a fun, motivating, highly skilled Coach. Open to all fitness levels, from the pro-athlete to the sedentary! First class is Free. Go to www.fitwall.com to schedule your 1st class.
Let These Before-and-After Playroom Photos Inspire You to Transform Your Space
If it Rains… Your Jewelry is FREE-Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Sarah Leonard Fine Jewelers
February 1st-February 13th
Just make any purchase at Sarah Leonard Fine Jewelers in Westwood Village between February 1st-13th, and whether you spend $20 or $20,000 if it rains just ONE HALF inch on the morning of February 22nd, between midnight and 6am, they will refund the entire purchase price of your jewelry. Call (310) 208-3131 for more info. LET IT RAIN!
Play and Grow Smart-er Tips
Nancy Pyne-Hapke, author of “Play and Grow Smart, A Guide Supporting Brain Development, Birth through Five,” has been giving tips to aid your child’s optimum skill development through proactive neuroscience-based activities weekly on Jen’s List since 2010. These ideas come from scholarly sources to personal interviews, from the internet to periodicals to books.
3- to 6-month-old SKILL DEVELOPMENT discussion:
* Q: What do we mean by Developmental Skills?
A: (in no special order) tactile, visual, auditory, gross
and fine motor, social/emotional, creativity, life skills,
language and vocabulary, math/logic
(thinking/learning) and music.
* BEGIN to build a “learning library” of “developmental
learning tools” designed to grow as Baby grows:
– consider choosing toys (Learning Tools) with
multiple features and developmental skill
elements that stimulate Baby AND (your future)
Toddler AND Preschooler;
– ex. Baby may stack 2 blocks at 6 months old, and
structural creations with lots of blocks can be built
later.
* SOME Developmental Learning Tools:
– Teethers. (visual, fine motor, tactile, auditory)
.. Choose features like
~ bright colors,
~ various textures,
~ objects that make sounds or noises,
~ temperature (room temp or straight from
the freezer).
.. Careful – NO phthalates, BPA, PVC.
.. Consider natural alternatives like
~ cold carrots
~ untreated wood
~ a cold, wet washcloth
~ a frozen waffle.
– Activity centers on a rack or board, before Baby
can push up on hands and knees (inclusive of
visual, tactile, auditory, gross motor, fine motor,
social/emotional, thinking/learning, music)
possibly including objects
.. that may dangle, spin or rattle,
.. to bat, pull, hit,
.. that squeak, ding, crinkle,
.. with various colors, lights.
Comments to msmarm@roadrunner.com.
Next week – “Developmental Learning Tools for 6- to 9-mo-olds” |
February 1 2016
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